Adjunct Faculty- Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences (Exercise Science concentration)

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences in the College of Humanities and Sciences is comprised of 15 full-time faculty engaged in an array of clinical applied and interdisciplinary endeavors. The undergraduate program, which makes up the 3rd largest undergraduate program at VCU, consists of concentrations in Exercise Science and Health Sciences.

The graduate programs include a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Health Behavior Coaching, a MS in Health and Movement Science, and a PhD in Rehabilitation and Movement Science. For more information, visit http://khs.vcu.edu.

Benefits --------

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

Unit ----

College of Humanities and Sciences Department ---------------------------

Kinesiology and Health Sciences

Duties & Responsibilities -------------------------

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Exercise Science, which includes the following course options:

• HPEX 121: Self Defense Karate or Judo
• HPEX 271: Safety First Aid and CPR
• HPEX 310: Fitness and Health
• HPEX 346: Employee Health and Fitness Management
• HPEX 347: Foundation Principles for Health Fitness and Sport Professions
• HPEX 350: Nutrition
• HPEX 371: Psychology of Physical Activity
• HPEX 373: Structural Kinesiology
• HPEX 374: Musculoskeletal Structure and Movement
• HPEX 375: Physiology of Exercise
• HPEX 380: Resistance Training for Health and Performance
• HPEX 381: Introduction to Sport and Fitness Management
• HPEX 440: Chronic Disease and Exercise Management
• HPEX 441: Assessment and Exercise Intervention in Health and Disease
• HPEX 470: Exercise Programming and Leadership
• HPEX 445: Principles of Health Care Management
• HPEX 475: Cardiovascular Pathophysiology and Pharmacology
• HPEX 480: Professional Certification Seminar
• HEMS 550: Exercise Nutrition and Weight Management
• HEMS 600: Introduction to Research Design in Health and Movement Sciences
• HEMS 601: Movement Physiology
• HEMS 604: Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity
• HEMS 605: Psychology of Physical Activity
• HEMS 610: Laboratory Techniques in Rehabilitation Science
• HEMS 675: Clinical Exercise Physiology
• REMS 701: Advanced Exercise Physiology I
• REMS 702: Advanced Exercise Physiology II
• REMS 703: Cardiovascular Exercise Physiology
• REMS 704: Psychobiology of Physical Activity
• REMS 705: Metabolic Aspects of Physical Activity

Qualifications -------------

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned Masters Degree in Exercise Science or related field for undergraduate courses
• Earned Doctoral Degree in Exercise Science or related field for graduate courses
• Competence in teaching undergraduate/graduate courses in content areas listed above
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Record of teaching in higher education with positive course evaluations.

Salary Range ------------

$1437 per credit hour

FLSA Exemption Status ---------------------

Exempt

Application Process -------------------

Submit 1 letter of application, 2 curriculum vitae, and 3 the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references through VCU jobs. Candidates must agree to current and prior employers being contacted if they are among a small group of finalists. Multiple positions will be hired from this advertisement. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.

Contact Information -----------------

R. Lee Franco francorl@vcu.edu